Scott Clayton

Scott is an associate editor at TSI Network. He is the lead reporter and analyst for Dividend Advisor, Power Growth Investor and Canadian Wealth Advisor and a member of the Investment Planning Committee. Scott began his investment and financial career working with Pat McKeough at The Investment Reporter in the 1980s. Subsequently, he worked at the Financial Post Corporation Service for 10 years. He joined TSI Network in 1998. He is a Bachelor of Economics graduate of York University, and he also has an M.B.A. from the Schulich School of Business.

When a company spinoff takes place, it’s often because the company’s management sees it as a good time to do so. Spinoffs involve a lot of work and resources and because of this, companies typically offer a spinoff when conditions are profitable for investors
If you want to find the best stocks for dividends to fit into a high-quality stock portfolio, consider their past history of dividend payments, the amount of risk you’re willing to take, and the geographical diversity of your holdings, among other important stock characteristics.
It’s important to take a close and critical look at stocks expected to rise. There could be hidden dangers, but also hidden opportunities
Is real estate a good investment? Clients ask us this frequently, and the answer is yes, but only if you’re able to pick the right types of investments. For instance, real estate investment trusts (REITs) are one of the best options for investors interested in real estate investing
Energy penny stocks may seem like an intriguing early-stage investment, but the problems with these stocks are numerous, including the potential for environmentally, politically, or financially unstable situations. There are better energy stocks, with more proven prospects, for you to buy.
If you choose long-term investment options that have a history of success, earnings, and dividends, you can avoid worrying about things you can’t control

Do you know how to choose stocks to buy? More goes into it than looking at share price and the current dividend yield. It’s important to get a broad picture of the stock in question and examine the company’s history of paying a dividend as well as its assets and its current market position


If you’re looking for stocks to buy, you will want to consider stocks paying a dividend....
Penny stocks are rarely the high-yield investments that some aggressive investors think they can be. Instead of putting too much money into penny stocks, investors will benefit the most by seeking shares of high-quality companies with a history of paying a consistent dividend
Investors who want to know how to make good investments need to focus on five strategic components: investment style, compound interest, smart ETF picks, hidden assets, and stocks with a history of value